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curtain call

American  

noun

  1. the appearance of the performers at the conclusion of a theatrical or other performance in response to the applause of the audience.

  2. each individual appearance of a performer at the end of a performance in response to prolonged applause.

curtain call British  

noun

  1. the appearance of performers at the end of a theatrical performance to acknowledge applause

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Etymology

Origin of curtain call

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

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“As an Eminem fan I can say Donda album cover is better than Curtain call 2 album cover,” another wrote, referencing the plain black square Kanye West used as his “Donda” cover art.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 12, 2022

Curtain call for Tom Watson and Nick Faldo Neither is in line to reach the weekend, making Friday the last day both will cross the Swilcan Bridge.

From Golf Digest • Oct. 16, 2013

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